Very senior friendly (I am one)! Aracelli helped me greatly with my right hand which I had injured slipping on ice and falling earlier in the year. Not every treatment is for everybody, but this is for me, I am grateful for Southwest's service! The welcoming and friendly atmosphere are added bonuses. read more

Aracelli is absolutely amazing. Her holistic approah to the human body,mind and soul is sublime. I have been to many Physical Therapists and not one had any deep knowledge of Fascia and it's interactive importance on the human body. Since Fascia is 70%water it can actually be called the Human Body's Living Water. Aracelli is the only person that seemed to understand the importance of Fascia on the human body. Southwest Myofascial Release is Great and I Highly Recommend it. read more

Aracelli is highly skilled and made me feel very comfortable! Would highly recommend!

It was no coincidence- me finding Aracelli! As soon as I walked into the therapy room, she was able to "see right through" me. Her hands are healing. Having somewhat of an anatomy background and having been to other PTs who do the same treatment for all of their clients, I felt that Aracelli knew what she was doing...for me. I definitely recommend Southwest Physical Therapy. read more

Gifted, compassionate practitioners with an amazing capacity for healing chronic pain. I cannot recommend their services more highly. So lucky to have Southwest healing in the neighborhood! read more

I saw her several years ago for myofascial release. Her treatment was very painful to the point that I would black out during sessions with her. When I told her about the pain, she wouldn't change her approach and just told me to "meditate" on the pain. I could not meditate on it, because the pain was so severe I would lose consciousness. The treatment did not actually help me, and I have some lingering problems that I believe may have been made worse by her aggressive style of massage. The key problem is that she does not seem to listen to feedback, which is essential for client safety in any healing profession. I hope she has received additional training or softened her approach since that time. read more

i'm 61 and still love to play basketball 3x a week so i'm always hurting or sore from something. Aracelli helps to relieve whatever pain i have and is always encouraging me to continue playing. I've had back, shoulder, hip and neck pain at different times and she's always been able to provide relief. She's also very kind, personable and compassionate. i highly recommend her. read more

Aracelli is truly the best. I first went to her a few years ago on a close friend's recommendation. I was suffering from chronic pain on the whole right side of my body, pain that I'd had for so many years, but I'd never found long-lasting relief till working with Aracelli. read more

I am very disappointed. I had a consultation scheduled for 3pm today and received 4 emails confirming it. I was very excited about learning more as I have chronic pain I was hoping to have treated here. I dont understand why no one called me. read more

Over the last 7 years, I have had a terrible pain in my right glute when I would run, sit or stand too long or sleep in specific positions. In October 2020, the pain seemed to migrate over into my left hip creating constant swelling and pain. I'm super active and I had to completely stop working out. I could only do yoga and light walking. I've been to countless medical professionals. All leading me to dead end paths and still being in pain. Aracelli has been the ONLY person I've found relief. Not just relief but healing. After an hour session, I didn't have any pain which was literally unfathomable. She explained to me my hips were twisted (one moving forward and one moving backwards) which was causing all the pain. After 8 sessions with her and following her instructions (doing the stretches she taught me daily) and about 3 weeks on my own, I feel amazing! If you have any chronic pain or pain at all, GO TO HER NOW! She's totally worth the time and money. I can't remember a time I haven't been in pain until now. THIS WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE IN ALL THE RIGHT WAYS! read more

I wish I could give her 7 stars! I came to Arrancelli to help me with constant pain that I had in my foot- it's a pain that has followed me a long time, especially since I've started working out intensely to lose weight. She spent an hour with me working on my legs and hips and I walked away feeling so much more relaxed. I had no idea how much tension I was holding in my body until I did a session with Arrancelli. I was amazed to find my pain significantly reduced the evening after and the next day after our session. Arrancelli is an incredible professional and she really invests personally in helping the people she heals. I feel very lucky to have her help and think she is worth the investment if you suffer from pain. read more

I came to Aracelli unable to walk after suffering a musculoskeletal injury during pregnancy. After just two sessions, I was moving around significantly better with less pain. After two more sessions, I was able to walk with complete ease again. I will forever be grateful for the treatment I received as it helped me to get my life back and be a better and more active mother to my two children. Aracelli is intuitive and warm with decades of experience and I enjoyed spending time chatting about life with her. I would not hesitate to recommend her! read more

Aracelli is a delightfully kind and sensitive health facilitator. What makes her myofascial release therapy so effective is that her goal for her clients is threefold: to release them from pain; to return them to as active a lifestyle as possible; and finally, to train them in simple techniques to sustain the physical freedom to which she has gently returned their bodies. And if, like me, you start to lose your discipline at keeping up with the techniques, she'll guide you back in one session! Aracelli's hands are as gentle as her heart. read more

I met Aracelli, Michael, and Mary at a conference and felt so good about them, I made the trek from Philadelphia to Brooklyn to get a treatment. I was far from disappointed. The feeling in the office was immediately healing, calm and professional. Before even beginning the actual hands-on treatment, I got wonderful advice from them, both down-to-earth and empowering. The Myofascial Release treatments I received were both transformative. Michael and Aracelli seemed to easily find a balance read more » between directing the healing process and following my leads (often moving to an area I realized needed attention before I'd vocalized the need. After leaving the office, I felt grounded, light, and downright happy. I can't recommend these therapists enough, generous, talented, and approaching the whole person. This is how I believe health care should be. read more

I went here specifically for myofascial massage. Aracelli is very talented in this field. She knows her stuff. I was dealing with memories of past child abuse and she was incredibly compassionate and caring as well as effective. My body felt like a newborn baby after my visits. It does take a few visits to really feel the results and you do have to be open minded about the process and also willing to let go / your my mind, etc (read notes on the website re: your first visit). I would highly recommend, especially if you have issues that traditional PT or doctors haven't been able to resolve. I've gone about 6 or 7 times, sometimes weekly sometimes waited 2 weeks to return. I have many, many issues with my body, have been told to have hip surgery, foot surgery and have had some back pain. Aracelli was very helpful with my hip and back pain as well. I've seen some of the best people in NYC, tried Feldenkris, acupuncture, etc. The treatment I received here tops all of those. read more

Aracelli is a miracle worker. I came to her for overall improvement in my body where I have been holding tension, and her brilliance has transformed mobility in my body in places I had almost given up on. I imagine It was almost like plastic surgery without any harmful procedures. My neck and shoulders are free in ways I hadn't felt for years. Go see her, you will be transformed. All in 6 sessions! read more

Aracelli is a natural talent at myofacial release. She helped me with post pregnancy pain in the shoulder, and treats the whole body as a unit. She's enjoyable to spend time with, and her space is lovely. I often felt expansive leaving her office! I continue to hear her encouragement to unwind and intuitively let my body move. I recommend her services without hesitation! read more

I hate to be the first to leave a less than glowing review, but I wish someone had done it earlier before I spent close to $200 on a bad experience. I came in for neck/shoulder pain, but the owner hardly touched my neck at all until the last possible moment of the 90 minute session, and then she simply kept her hands in one place, doing nothing at all. That basically describes the entire session, except the first half hour she spent digging her fingers into my stomach and lower intestines areas, where I had no problem whatsoever but because of her obsessive digging, I've now had a dull stomach ache since the session. She kept remarking that I was "so tight" - I'm an athletic person with very little fat on my stomach, but that doesn't mean I'm "tight," it means I'm slender. No amount of digging in my abs is going to change that. I told her that it didn't feel right and after what seemed like an eternity eventually she moved on to other things, like twisting my body and basically pushing me off the table while she attempted to reduce the "tightness" of my oblique (the side of my stomach). Never had a problem with the "tightness" of my stomach, and it has nothing to do with my reason for booking a session, but I kept telling myself to be open minded and imagine that it was working...I asked questions about her technique and though her answers were simple and vague, I told myself maybe she knows more than I do, just let her do her thing, maybe it will somehow work... Later as she pushed my shoulder in an awkward way that made it feel more tight rather than less, I told her that it felt a lot better if someone pushes the muscles in my shoulder the *other* direction, but this was lost on her - she tried to explain to me that it was "easier" to move my shoulder in the direction she chose and that was why she must continue to do it. She said she could hear the frustration in my voice - yes, you would be frustrated too if you just spent a large hunk of money on a stranger embedding their fingers in you in the most awkward way possible for 90 minutes straight! I tried to let my feelings be known, and she seemed to get the message but changed nothing as a result. She did say I might feel bad directly afterwards, but later I would "feel good." I wanted to believe. I waited a day. I studied my shoulders afterwards to see if by some miracle her obsession with my stomach would translate into less-tight shoulders. Nope. Of course not. If anything my shoulders are tighter than before because of her pushing me in all the wrong directions during the session. It has now been five days and I feel exactly like I did before the session. The minor stomach ache from all her clawing at my belly subsided after about a day, and that was literally the only difference I felt after 90 minutes of awkward touching. This would have been frustrating, had I spent $50. Very irritating had I spent $100. But the cost of this session, which was recommended to me by the owner when I told her about my neck/shoulder pain and asked whether I should book a massage or myofascial release session, was $190 - and it achieved nothing at all but a waste of an afternoon, a hole in my pocket and a stomach ache. If you are the type who likes deep tissue massage and are looking for actual relief for your muscle pain and shoulder/neck tightness, keep looking. What's sold here seems more like snake oil. Search "myofascial massage scam" on google and you can read more about the lack of evidence surrounding this technique. read more

I have suffered for over a decade with myofascial pain and muscular imbalance likely caused by a ski injury 30 years ago and years working on a computer -- in six weeks under Aricelli's care, I have progressed tremendously in not only reducing muscular imbalances and pain but in understanding how to release tension myself with exercises at home. It would not be hyperbolic to say she's a magician when it comes to my hip/leg/knee imbalances that caused tension/pain throughout my entire body. Suddenly I can move my neck, jaw, shoulders, arms, hips and legs more freely. It's not an easy process, at times the pressure she applied was intense. I'd say I have taken two steps forward, three steps back, two steps forward, one step back and so on but the process is in the right direction and results long lasting. She is the third and best PT I've visited, and made more progress than any doctors (physiatrist, neurologist, rheumatologist) meds. Sad to say we are on hiatus due to coronavirus. I look forward to going back later this spring when New York opens again for business. read more

I had a neck accident when I was 14 that has caused me chronic pain. I also recently found out I have tennis elbow (I don't play tennis) and carpel tunnel syndrome as well as sciattica down both legs. I know it's a lot. I have been in and out of traditional physical therapy since I had my first knee surgery at 18 (I've had 4 in total). I can unequivocally say that Southwest Physical Therapy is the first physical therapy practice that actually treats you as a WHOLE human. The therapy really works. I think I'm fairly intelligent and I have NEVER thought about how my torso is connected to my pelvis. These people REALLY know what they are doing and any one who is in any kind of pain should limp over - you'll be running soon! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!! read more

Aracelli is a kind, caring and talented practitioner. I appreciate her holistic approach, and her total dedication to her patients' well being. She also is a very positive, spiritual person--spending an hour with her does wonders for my mental, as well as my physical, well-being. read more

Aracelli has a lovely and warm personality and a very holistic approach to healing that I appreciate, especially after many attempts at mainstream PT. She comes at her work from a whole body energy perspective and tries to find all areas of tension throughout and address them together. She office is small and personable and she is very attentive and individualized in her attention. She is truly invested in your health and healing. No insurance though! read more

Aracelli is such a gifted practitioner. On top of being incredibly experienced, her skill as a bodyworker and PT is intuitive. I left every treatment feeling deeply relaxed and healed. read more

Been seeing Aricelli for a couple of years and it's saved my health and stress levels. She explains how caring for the myofascia affects everything in my body. Seeing her every week helps me with my posture, stress areas and General well being. It's a gentle process and takes time to correct habits and postures we've had for years. I totally recommend making it part of everyone's self-care. read more

I recently went to Southwest for a Crystal Light Healing Therapy and had a wonderful experience. I felt so relaxed and filled with peace. Aracelli's kind, gentle vibe and the clean beauty of the office made me feel good the second I walked through the door. If I ever have PT needs in the future, this will be the first place I turn. read more

I was very lucky to find Aracelli. Her not traditional therapeutical approach is amazing and very helpful in releasing pain after the first visit. She is very attentive to the issues and provides great advice on stretching exercises to do at home. This is our family place to go to for any back or neck pains. She is very caring, professional, and incredibly talented. read more

I received a massage from Ariceli and it was very therapeutic. I have chronic myofascial issues and she expertly assessed and treated my condition. The relief wasn't immediate but happened over the course of a few days after my massage. I followed her stretching recommendations and I'm feeling awesome right now! I plan on booking another massage when I can. read more

While the staff might indeed be nice, I felt the entire experience to be rather pseudo science than any actual benefit. I spent $140 and for one hour I got pulled in one direction and then another. I have had the same issue before and went to a massage therapist who actually felt the muscle and released the tension. That only cost me $40 and was about 45 mins long. This one hour session did nothing for my back. The kicker is they want me there 3x a week. Also there is NO privacy between you and the other patient. All you have is a privacy screen. You can hear anyones conversation loud and clear, so if you expect any sort of confidentiality, perish the thought. 3 more times a week of $140? No thanks. read more

Not a Senior-Friendly business. Does not accept Medicare with supplemental insurance.

It's a really good place to go. They know what they are doing, they are nice, and they do a good job. That said, they charge too much and I had a weird feeling they were not that interested in urging me to return. Maybe because I have no insurance. I paid cash & if I had more money I'd totally go back, especially since I need it so bad. Maybe it's that I'm from CA, but I guess I'm used to physical therapists pushing for me to come back and offering me cheaper rates because my body's so jacked-up & I'm so broke, but not here. Might be a NY thing. Might be that they are very small, like a mom & pop store (so were most of the CA PT's I saw) & they need the money. I get that. They were nice though. Very friendly & laid back. They were very considerate of my injuries & she paid attention to what was the core cause or biggest underlying issue of my pain. They are good at what they do. They don't have a receptionist so maybe it's that sales and service is not their biggest strength-- PT is though. Myofascial release is their treatment & it's what I've experienced before so I prefer it. They really helped. But without going in more I'm still in pain. It is lessened though & they gave me a little inflatable ball to use at home that does help a lot. If you have insurance &/or lots of money and need physical therapy by all means go to Southwest. They really are great PT's & it's not one of those PT mills that don't care about you or your pain; these folks do care. If I can find a way to afford it I'll go back for sure! read more

I tried Southwest on a friend's recommendation because I was dealing with a stubborn, painful frozen shoulder that had resisted conventional physical therapy and was keeping me awake at night. I noticed improvement immediately, and after a few sessions working with Aracelli I was pain-free. I still go back now and then for a "tune up" and I always find feel better and move more easily afterwards. This place is a gem! read more

Aracelli is a master at her craft of myofascial release. She is the real deal and will get to the root of your problem. She takes your entire system into account when she works on you so even though you may go in due to neck pain, she works on everything to give you lasting results instead of just temporary ones! Along with her great skills, she is compassionate and warm. I couldn't ask for anything more in a therapist! read more

Lovely vibe and an all around great experience. I received treatments for my various sport injuries, every time with striking results, plus I have been injury free for a couple of years now. read more

There is legit nobody like Aricelli, and I can't think of another place that does what she does. She spends as much time as you need- there's no clock with her, in terms of her time or focus. She is 100% with you when working. Her intuition is almost spooky, she's so good. As a person, she's one of the most interesting, charming and creative in Brooklyn. I entered the space really skeptical about a month ago, due to debilitating sciatic pain from a botched surgery alongside my chronic leftover pain issues from Lyme Disease. I didn't want to spend money on yet another treatment (and I've tried evvvverything), and I thought the mind-body connection was a waste of time when my problem is purely physiological. But this is the best investment I can be making right now, and even though I'm not into the spiritual thing, I find myself just feeling better and hopeful when I leave. She's amazing and now I just see her and my chiropractor, instead of spending my time and energy on painful interventions. I would never have believed that! read more

Aracelli Gonzales has a magic touch. She feels my pain and knows where to look for the source of the pain. You have to be patient, as with MFR you don't get the heavy pressure you expect with traditional massage. Initially it feels like there is no effect, but after my third treatment I felt that finally what seemed like a solid wooden set of muscles started getting a range of motion. Any other massage lasted for a day for me, but this treatment felt more lasting and gives me hope that my problem could be solved for good. read more

My experiences with Southwest have been great. The therapists do have a different approach than most-- much more personal and customized. They took time to listen and work with me, not rushing me in and out. A great balance of regular PT and "alternative" approaches. Highly recommended! read more

Myofascial release has improved my overall health and also has addressed specific issues such as rib pain, neck pain, etc. It is far superior to any other type of healing I have used: chiropractic, acupuncture or massage. Aracelli and Michael are the most caring and competent practitioners I have encountered. read more

I was 10 weeks with a serious knee problem. After the orthopedist surgeon, then the rheumatologist diagnosed osteoarthritis. Incurable, I will have to live with it. The orthopedist gave me an injection of cortisone. This just allowed me to walk home with a little less pain. The effect did not last more than 24 hours. Before that the regular doctor gave me 3 different pain killers at 3 different instances, which did not help. With my prescription for physical therapy I went to see Michael at Soutwest. I was surprised to see that he addressed the left side of my body when it was my right knee the problem. After the 45 minutes of treatment I was able to walk home. "try not to limp" said it when I left. I walked back home slowly 20 minutes with the ball he gave me to "do some home work". I kept going twice a week for 4 weeks. I am so happy that with no medicine I recovered my normal ability to walk. When I went to see the rheumatologist one month later. He was amazed to see me moving so fast. Now one more month has gone by, I use the ball everyday to maintain my good shape. I was able to shovel a lot of snow lately to my surprised that I did not get aches the day after. I even fell on the ice, with no consequence. The other good side about this place is that they try to make you understand how the fascia works. I even read some litterature about the fascia hoping that I will not have to see the regular doctor anymore (!!). Obviously I recommend highly these therapists, Michael and Aracelli for making me discover their technique. They are now my friends. I would like to mention also that I am past 65 and could be condemned to walk with a cane and take horrible medicine that hurt my stomach and more. I see so many people with cane, crotches or wheel chair! If they knew! I feel so privileged that I met my friends to help me. Paulette I read more

After a lower back injury 2 years ago, my body began to spiral out of control. Running from Dr to Dr just exasperated the anxiety & pain. A Physical Therapist I know suggested I give SWPT a shot. It was an incredible experience that helped me heal. The muscle spasms & pain began to release & so did the anxiety & fear. They gave me the knowledge & tools to continue to be pain free. Aracelli & Michael are incredibly talented therapists. They focus on the entire body & the mind body connection. They have extensive knowledge of the muscles & the emotional connection to each of them. They are passionate about their work and sharing their knowledge. I am grateful to Aracelli & Michael. It was a great experience. I think everyone can benefit from Myofacial Release therapy at SWPT. read more

As an avid runner and triathlete, I've been to many physical therapists and other healing specialists (20+) over the past several years, and Aracelli is really one-of-a-kind. For the past year I have been dealing with a chronic shoulder injury, and was not able to find someone in my insurance network who could really help me and get to the root of my injury. Rather than treat just the symptoms, Aracelli helped identify and relieve multiple areas contributing to the pain, and took a very holistic approach in treatment. She also gave me the tools (including a free small medicine ball) to help me continue my treatment, which has been invaluable since I have moved out of state and am no longer able to do sessions with her. (I wish I could continue with her!) I very highly recommend working with Aracelli, particularly if your are dealing with a chronic injury. She is very patient and thorough, and incorporates a more spiritual/emotional component as an additional tool for healing. read more